Poul Henningsen

(Danish, 1894–1967)

Poul Henningsen was a Danish architect, designer, and writer known for producing many styles of lamps including the PH Artichoke Lamp (1958). Henningsen believed that glare from an electric light was detrimental to human well-being, so his lamps directed light downward to create a diffuse effect. “The technician should never forget that he is an artist, the artist never that he is a technician,” he once said. Born on September 9, 1894 in Copenhagen, Denmark, he was son of the activist Agnes Henningsen. He grew up in a progressive household and went on to study architecture in both Frederiksberg and Copenhagen. After graduating, Henningsen freelanced as an architect and journalist, and developed a reputation as an outspoken critic of conservative politics. In 1925, he created the first of his multi-shade lamps which were manufactured by Louise Poulsen. Henningsen went on to serve as the editor for the left-wing newspaper Kritisk Revy. During World War II, he was forced to flee to Sweden, where he continued to write and design. After the war, Henningsen became revered by the younger generation of progressive Danes. The designer died on January 31, 1967 in Hillerød, Denmark. Today, his works are held in the collections of The Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Designmuseum Danmark in Copenhagen, among others.

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“Artichoke” Pendant , 1958

Poul Henningsen

“Artichoke” Pendant , 1958

Sale Date: June 12, 2023

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“Langelinie” A pair of patinated copper pendants

Poul Henningsen

“Langelinie” A pair of patinated copper pendants

Sale Date: June 12, 2023

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“Artichoke” Pendant , 1958

Poul Henningsen

“Artichoke” Pendant , 1958

Sale Date: June 12, 2023

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“Langelinie” A pair of patinated copper pendants

Poul Henningsen

“Langelinie” A pair of patinated copper pendants

Sale Date: June 12, 2023

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Suspension Artichoke

Poul Henningsen

Suspension Artichoke

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

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Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Brass, Copper...

Poul Henningsen

Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Brass, Copper...

Sale Date: June 7, 2023

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Set of three theatre chairs

Poul Henningsen

Set of three theatre chairs

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

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“PH-4,5/3” Nickel plated metal floor lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4,5/3” Nickel plated metal floor lamp

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

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“PH-4/2,5” A table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4/2,5” A table lamp

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

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“PH 3/2 Treph” A jubilee patinated brass table...

Poul Henningsen

“PH 3/2 Treph” A jubilee patinated brass table...

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

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“PH-3/2” Table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2” Table lamp

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

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“PH-3/2,5” Nickel plated brass ceiling lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2,5” Nickel plated brass ceiling lamp

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

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“PH-4/4” Pendant with browned brass socket house

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4/4” Pendant with browned brass socket house

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

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“PH-3/2” Oblique floor lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2” Oblique floor lamp

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

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“Cascade” A patinated browned brass chandelier

Poul Henningsen

“Cascade” A patinated browned brass chandelier

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

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“PH-3/2,5” Nickel plated brass ceiling lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2,5” Nickel plated brass ceiling lamp

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

Auction Closed

“PH 3/2 Treph” A jubilee patinated brass table...

Poul Henningsen

“PH 3/2 Treph” A jubilee patinated brass table...

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

Auction Closed

“PH-3/2” Oblique floor lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2” Oblique floor lamp

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

Auction Closed

Set of three theatre chairs

Poul Henningsen

Set of three theatre chairs

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

Auction Closed

“PH-3/2” Table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-3/2” Table lamp

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

Auction Closed

“Cascade” A patinated browned brass chandelier

Poul Henningsen

“Cascade” A patinated browned brass chandelier

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

Auction Closed

“PH-4/2,5” A table lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4/2,5” A table lamp

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

Auction Closed

“PH-4,5/3” Nickel plated metal floor lamp

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4,5/3” Nickel plated metal floor lamp

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

Auction Closed

“PH-4/4” Pendant with browned brass socket house

Poul Henningsen

“PH-4/4” Pendant with browned brass socket house

Sale Date: June 6, 2023

Auction Closed

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